Economy LocalEconomy Localen9D5E2A13-B2FA-478C-86E2-090C93C99159https://qna.org.qa/en/News-Area/News/2026-8/26/qse-index-closes-higherDoha, August 26 (QNA) - The Qatar Stock Exchange (QSE) index closed higher on Wednesday, gaining 69.01 points, or 0.71 percent, to 9,854.1 points.Wed, 26 Aug 2026 15:36:33 ZA8D18872-9DA5-468D-80A9-4D2CEB148914https://qna.org.qa/en/News-Area/News/2026-8/26/msdf-qc-exchange-views-on-enhancing-cooperation-in-training-programsDoha, August 26 (QNA) - Acting General Manager of Qatar Chamber (QC) Ali Bu Sherbak Al Mansouri has met with a delegation from the Ministry of Social Development and Family (MSDF) during its visit to QC.Wed, 26 Aug 2026 14:29:46 Z1ADD6540-A543-4DAE-BBDD-6ACD58320630https://qna.org.qa/en/News-Area/News/2026-8/26/qse-index-opens-higher-gains-730-pointsDoha, August 26 (QNA) - The Qatar Stock Exchange (QSE) index rose 0.07% at the opening of Wednesday's trading session, gaining 7.30 points from the previous session's close to reach 9,792 points, supported by gains in four sectors.Wed, 26 Aug 2026 10:44:49 Z8341A3A0-F303-4BE3-A391-9DE084A9BC07https://qna.org.qa/en/News-Area/News/2026-8/25/hmk-capital-completes-qr-18-billion-in-real-estate-acquisitions-for-salwa-reitDoha, August 25 (QNA) - HMK Capital, an investment firm licensed under the Qatar Financial Centre (QFC) and regulated by the Qatar Financial Centre Regulatory Authority (QFCRA), has successfully completed the acquisition of a real estate assets valued at around QR 1.8 billion since July 2026, establishing the initial portfolio of Salwa REIT with 51 properties across Mseimeer, Al Rayyan and Al Dafna/West Bay.Tue, 25 Aug 2026 19:21:08 ZAA6CF608-019A-4348-BB2D-98F231C553D9https://qna.org.qa/en/News-Area/News/2026-8/25/qia-leads-usd-200-million-series-d-funding-round-for-us-company-gatikDoha-Mountain View, August 25 (QNA) - The Qatar Investment Authority (QIA) on Tuesday announced that it has led a USD 200 million Series D funding round for US-based Gatik, alongside Koch Disruptive Technologies (KDT), with participation from ARK Invest, Millennium Management Global Investment, Intact Private Capital, Arca Continental, and a number of other investors.Tue, 25 Aug 2026 18:02:52 Z35EBEBAE-609B-4761-8BFB-B20D82BD42D0https://qna.org.qa/en/News-Area/News/2026-8/25/qatar-chamber-arab-brazilian-chamber-of-commerce-explore-cooperation-prospectsSao Paulo, August 25 (QNA) - Qatar Chamber and the Arab-Brazilian Chamber of Commerce (ABCC) held a meeting in Sao Paulo to explore expanding trade and investment ties between Qatar and Brazil.Tue, 25 Aug 2026 17:40:47 ZF5731591-ABCA-4440-9AD8-AF3912F15A5Dhttps://qna.org.qa/en/News-Area/News/2026-8/25/qse-index-closes-higherDoha, August 25 (QNA) - The Qatar Stock Exchange (QSE) index closed higher on Tuesday, gaining 44.45 points, or 0.46 percent, to 9,785.09 points.Tue, 25 Aug 2026 15:01:08 Z00C25C39-F71E-49A9-8C53-CB0795D0250Chttps://qna.org.qa/en/News-Area/News/2026-8/25/qcb-issues-government-ijarah-sukuk-worth-qar-5-billionDoha, August 25 (QNA) - Qatar Central Bank (QCB) issued Government Ijarah Sukuk on behalf of the Ministry of Finance on Tuesday. Tue, 25 Aug 2026 14:38:46 ZCEFD6F99-E8D4-44D7-858A-D5AC2CE1C30Ahttps://qna.org.qa/en/News-Area/News/2026-8/25/qse-index-opens-higher-gains-982-pointsDoha, August 25 (QNA) - The Qatar Stock Exchange (QSE) index rose 0.10% at the start of Tuesday's trading, gaining 9.82 points from the previous session's close to reach 9,750 points, supported by gains in three sectors.Tue, 25 Aug 2026 10:42:30 ZD8BEE239-6F87-4DAC-9E90-6D7683C9E8E4https://qna.org.qa/en/News-Area/News/2026-8/24/qatari-diar-signs-cooperation-agreement-with-qoc-to-advance-sports-and-community-initiativesDoha, August 24 (QNA) - Qatari Diar signed a cooperation agreement with Qatar Olympic Committee (QOC), aimed at strengthening joint collaboration on sports and community initiatives, in support of greater sports participation and to encourage members of the community to adopt a healthy, active lifestyle.Mon, 24 Aug 2026 20:25:55 ZD6B2EE5B-C29A-4384-9889-B7632A39A54Ehttps://qna.org.qa/en/News-Area/News/2026-8/24/qfc-sustains-growth-momentum-in-h1-2026-with-37-percent-increase-in-firm-registrationsDoha, August 24 (QNA) - The Qatar Financial Centre (QFC) closed the first half (H1) of 2026 with a 37 percent rise in firm registrations from the same period in 2025, underscoring the strength of its strategy and the appeal of Qatar's business environment to investors and entrepreneurs alike.Mon, 24 Aug 2026 17:29:26 Z124C9C13-1C3A-400B-B5A5-2BF1EAEE6318https://qna.org.qa/en/News-Area/News/2026-8/24/matar-joins-united-for-wildlife-to-strengthen-action-against-illegal-wildlife-tradeDoha, August 24 (QNA) - The Qatar Company for Airports Operation and Management (MATAR) has joined the Transport Taskforce of United for Wildlife, an initiative founded by HRH Prince William of Wales, and The Royal Foundation, to reinforce Hamad International Airport's (HIA) role in combating the illegal wildlife trade. Mon, 24 Aug 2026 17:09:19 Z737C7746-BA22-4E54-96A2-E087681E71DEhttps://qna.org.qa/en/News-Area/News/2026-8/24/qse-index-closes-054-percent-higherDoha, August 24 (QNA) - The Qatar Stock Exchange (QSE) index closed higher on Monday, gaining 52.34 points, or 0.54 percent, to 9,740.64 points.Mon, 24 Aug 2026 15:30:40 Z394882D2-51BF-4017-8C35-125DC91B6375https://qna.org.qa/en/News-Area/News/2026-8/24/global-carbon-footprint-council-supports-development-of-carbon-market-in-kazakhstanDoha, August 24 (QNA) - The Global Carbon Council and the Qazaq VCM Alliance, a national platform advancing the development of Kazakhstan's voluntary carbon market ecosystem, have signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) to support the development of a high-integrity voluntary carbon market ecosystem in Kazakhstan and strengthen the country's readiness for international carbon market cooperation.Mon, 24 Aug 2026 14:18:07 ZC6E3A4A3-38DE-45C1-A459-EF62A9127346https://qna.org.qa/en/News-Area/News/2026-8/24/qatar-chamber-participates-in-sahel-tech-innovation-challengeDoha, August 24 (QNA) - Qatar Chamber participated in the first edition of the Sahel Tech Innovation Challenge (STIC'26) held in Ouagadougou, Burkina Faso, under the theme "Artificial Intelligence Solutions for Africa." Mon, 24 Aug 2026 14:06:18 Z053C1F53-2AE7-4EAB-8B00-B12FC1DFF683https://qna.org.qa/en/News-Area/News/2026-8/24/financial-expert-to-qna-qses-randomized-mechanism-for-opening-and-closing-auctions-enhances-market-integrityDoha, August 24 (QNA) - The Qatar Stock Exchange (QSE) has introduced a randomized uncrossing mechanism for its opening and closing auction sessions to curb potential attempts to manipulate share prices at critical stages of the trading session and enhance market fairness and transparency in price discovery.Mon, 24 Aug 2026 13:23:06 Z41F1628D-5B76-499B-BFD4-EB29260D8B99https://qna.org.qa/en/News-Area/News/2026-8/24/qatar-chamber-affirms-keenness-to-support-empower-qatari-entrepreneursDoha, August 24 (QNA) - Acting General Manager of Qatar Chamber, Ali Bu Sharbak Al Mansori, affirmed the Chamber's strong support for Qatari entrepreneurs and its commitment to empowering them, highlighting the vital role entrepreneurs play in driving economic diversification, fostering innovation, and accelerating Qatar's transition toward a knowledge-based economy. Mon, 24 Aug 2026 13:06:52 ZF576094E-B2AA-424E-A917-91B4062ED6EChttps://qna.org.qa/en/News-Area/News/2026-8/24/qse-index-edges-lower-at-market-openDoha, August 24 (QNA) - The Qatar Stock Exchange (QSE) general index edged down 0.07% at the start of trading on Monday, losing 6.77 points to reach 9,681.Mon, 24 Aug 2026 10:41:58 Z7A536288-AEF5-4DD0-8C4D-1440C9F3E64Dhttps://qna.org.qa/en/News-Area/News/2026-8/23/qse-announces-randomization-of-opening-and-closing-timesDoha, August 23 (QNA) - Qatar Stock Exchange (QSE) announced the implementation of a randomized uncrossing mechanism applicable to the opening and closing auction sessions.Sun, 23 Aug 2026 23:34:24 ZC778D265-F64F-4DEF-98E3-A59287098307https://qna.org.qa/en/News-Area/News/2026-8/23/msheireb-properties-partners-with-inc-arabia-to-drive-business-innovationDoha, August 23 (QNA) - Msheireb Properties, Qatar's leading sustainable real estate developer, has signed a strategic partnership agreement with Inc. Arabia, the official Middle East edition of the globally renowned publication Inc., to bring a series of business and innovation events to Msheireb Downtown Doha, further strengthening the district's position as a destination for entrepreneurship, leadership, and business engagement in Qatar.Sun, 23 Aug 2026 22:29:11 Z0BC83F6A-49D5-4A5A-B9C3-FE5AA2AE3868https://qna.org.qa/en/News-Area/News/2026-8/23/qatar-stock-exchange-index-closes-006-higherDoha, August 23 (QNA) - The Qatar Stock Exchange (QSE) index closed higher on Sunday, gaining 5.73 points, or 0.06%, to 9,688.3 points.Sun, 23 Aug 2026 15:33:32 Z04A0CE2D-04F4-4628-A551-4F0E22AF9E0Ehttps://qna.org.qa/en/News-Area/News/2026-8/23/qatar-chamber-explores-key-challenges-and-opportunities-for-entrepreneursDoha, August 23 (QNA) - Qatar Chamber hosted a dialogue session titled "Global Entrepreneurship Day: From Establishment to Expansion and Investment" to mark Global Entrepreneurship Day.Sun, 23 Aug 2026 15:06:08 ZA1579E53-0F4D-4648-AAFE-A914CA9C1C8Fhttps://qna.org.qa/en/News-Area/News/2026-8/23/qse-index-gains-6395-points-in-early-tradingDoha, August 23 (QNA) - Qatar Stock Exchange (QSE) index gained 0.66 % at the start of trading Sunday, adding 63.95 points to its balance compared to the close of the last session, rising to a level of 9746 points, supported by all sectors.Sun, 23 Aug 2026 11:01:22 Z3E3D51B0-93E7-4356-B4E8-5C585EA3DF77https://qna.org.qa/en/News-Area/News/2026-8/23/ftse-russell-announces-global-equity-index-series-september-2026-semi-annual-review-resultsDoha, August 23 (QNA) - The Qatar Stock Exchange (QSE) announced that the results of the FTSE Russell Global Equity Index Series September 2026 Semi-Annual Review will become effective at the close of Thursday, Sep. 17, 2026, for the Qatari market. Sun, 23 Aug 2026 10:43:38 Z1418A895-8BC1-4A47-968A-6E64889F4820https://qna.org.qa/en/News-Area/News/2026-8/22/qnb-chinas-electric-vehicle-exports-accelerate-as-industry-moves-toward-consolidationDoha, August 22 (QNA) - China's electric vehicle export boom is highlighting both the success of its industrial strategy and the growing strains of an industry that is increasingly outgrowing its domestic market, Qatar National Bank (QNB) said in its weekly economic commentary.Sat, 22 Aug 2026 11:53:24 Z4AE236B5-1E07-4575-B495-CF65E8A7AAB6https://qna.org.qa/en/News-Area/News/2026-8/20/egypt-ministers-of-investment-finance-to-qna-qatar-egypt-open-new-horizons-of-cooperationCairo, August 20 (QNA) - Their Excellencies Egyptian Minister of Investment and Foreign Trade Dr. Mohamed Farid Saleh and Egyptian Minister of Finance Ahmed Kouchouk said relations between their country and the State of Qatar have opened new horizons for bilateral cooperation, paving the way for long-term investments and increased trade and tourism between the two countries.Thu, 20 Aug 2026 16:57:04 ZE0FA335C-4AB2-4F00-B534-FF504A7B8AF6https://qna.org.qa/en/News-Area/News/2026-8/20/qse-to-face-expected-selling-pressure-buying-opportunities-financial-analystDoha, August 20 (QNA) - The Qatar Stock Exchange (QSE) Index closed this week down 3.38 percent, losing 338.27 points to reach 9,682 points compared with last week's closeThu, 20 Aug 2026 16:40:28 Z98C23D21-40AE-4E78-AA40-9E0C2DFFF117https://qna.org.qa/en/News-Area/News/2026-8/20/qatar-airways-announces-provision-of-150-starlink-equipped-widebody-aircraftDoha, August 20 (QNA) - Qatar Airways announced on Thursday the provision of 150 Starlink-Equipped Widebody Aircraft, pointing out that those include a Boeing 787-9 aircraft. Thu, 20 Aug 2026 16:30:54 Z8228CE7B-1CEE-4E9E-8329-8C0CC27703DFhttps://qna.org.qa/en/News-Area/News/2026-8/20/qse-index-closes-092-percent-lowerDoha, August 20 (QNA) - The Qatar Stock Exchange (QSE) index closed Thursday's trading session lower by 90.28 points, or 0.92 percent, reaching 9,682.57 points. Thu, 20 Aug 2026 15:38:21 Z5ECD9C7A-DB82-451E-A694-9CADA13B54C9https://qna.org.qa/en/News-Area/News/2026-8/20/qatar-central-bank-governor-meets-ambassador-of-kazakhstanDoha, August 20 (QNA) - HE Governor of the Qatar Central Bank Sheikh Bandar bin Mohammed bin Saoud Al-Thani met on Thursday with HE Ambassador of the Republic of Kazakhstan to the State of Qatar Bakhyt Batyrshayev.Thu, 20 Aug 2026 14:17:35 Z4381B2AF-B88B-4595-BDD0-B3282FD79A89https://qna.org.qa/en/News-Area/News/2026-8/20/real-estate-trading-exceeds-qar-330-million-last-weekDoha, August 20 (QNA) - The volume of real estate trading in sale contracts registered with the Real Estate Registration Department at the Ministry of Justice from August 09-13 reached QAR 304,243,032, meanwhile the total sales contracts for residential units in the Real Estate Bulletin for the same period is QAR 26,296,017.Thu, 20 Aug 2026 13:49:58 Z85AE9E23-F576-4022-B384-8C463209B975https://qna.org.qa/en/News-Area/News/2026-8/20/qcb-strengthens-resilience-inclusiveness-of-financial-sector-reinforces-supervisory-capacityDoha, August 20 (QNA) - Qatar Central Bank (QCB) has released its Annual Report for the year 2025, providing a comprehensive overview of the State of Qatar's monetary, financial, and institutional developments. Thu, 20 Aug 2026 13:00:57 ZE5032EF9-FAC6-4FAC-9DB9-1A011B6B4640https://qna.org.qa/en/News-Area/News/2026-8/20/gold-price-in-qatari-market-rises-by-275-this-weekDoha, August 20 (QNA) - The price of gold in the Qatari market increased by 2.75% during the current week to reach $4497.89 per ounce today, according to data issued by Qatar National Bank (QNB).Thu, 20 Aug 2026 11:19:51 Z4C92C26A-E389-438C-9028-5F7A1C0E735Chttps://qna.org.qa/en/News-Area/News/2026-8/20/qse-index-opens-lowerDoha, August 20 (QNA) - Qatar Stock Exchange (QSE) general index decreased by 21.83 points, or 0.22%, at the start of Sunday's trading, reaching 9,751 points, under pressure from five sectors.Thu, 20 Aug 2026 11:13:35 Z685E85CF-EC97-4A15-85B1-618348886F03https://qna.org.qa/en/News-Area/News/2026-8/19/qse-index-closes-lowerDoha, August 19 (QNA) - The Qatar Stock Exchange (QSE) index closed Wednesday's trading session lower by 75.25 points, or 0.76 percent, reaching 9,772.85 points. Wed, 19 Aug 2026 15:10:47 ZEC1AA0DA-445A-49FE-B272-818FE849D4BBhttps://qna.org.qa/en/News-Area/News/2026-8/19/qse-index-opens-lowerDoha, August 19 (QNA) -  Qatar Stock Exchange (QSE) general index decreased by 20.94 points, or 0.21%, at the start of Wednesday's trading, reaching 9,827 points, under pressure from most sectors.Wed, 19 Aug 2026 10:31:53 Z8DBA3283-B839-4A9C-BAFF-18BCC2BE018Ahttps://qna.org.qa/en/News-Area/News/2026-8/19/qse-announces-results-of-september-2026-quarterly-index-reviewDoha, August 19 (QNA) - The QSE Index Committee has announced the results of its September 2026 quarterly review of QSE indices, with all changes taking effect on September 1, 2026.Wed, 19 Aug 2026 09:14:39 Z6775D6F8-E675-4CB8-B9C7-6846CA60560Ehttps://qna.org.qa/en/News-Area/News/2026-8/18/msheireb-properties-launches-4th-edition-of-school-checklist-at-msheireb-galleriaDoha, August 18 (QNA) - Msheireb Properties has launched the fourth edition of School Checklist: Back to School 2026, its annual back-to-school program at Msheireb Galleria.Tue, 18 Aug 2026 17:59:19 Z69AE842E-54D4-4861-A189-F179E9AC4AAEhttps://qna.org.qa/en/News-Area/News/2026-8/18/qnb-to-strengthen-global-trade-investment-dialogue-at-qatar-economic-forum-unga-special-editionDoha, August 18 (QNA) - QNB Group announced that it will participate in the Qatar Economic Forum, Powered by Bloomberg: United Nations General Assembly (UNGA) Special Edition, to take place in New York City, on September 20.Tue, 18 Aug 2026 15:48:11 ZA347424A-A49B-4A73-9301-CB6E0F93B202https://qna.org.qa/en/News-Area/News/2026-8/18/qse-index-closes-045-percent-lowerDoha, August 18 (QNA) - The Qatar Stock Exchange (QSE) index closed Tuesday's trading session lower by 44.14 points, or 0.45 percent, reaching 9,848.1 points. Tue, 18 Aug 2026 15:01:19 ZE72FA1DE-0356-4AA6-B6E7-68D3719A430Ahttps://qna.org.qa/en/News-Area/News/2026-8/18/minister-of-state-for-energy-affairs-meets-foreign-minister-of-bangladeshDoha, August 18 (QNA) - HE Minister of State for Energy Affairs, Eng. Saad bin Sherida Al Kaabi, met on Tuesday with HE Minister of Foreign Affairs of the People's Republic of Bangladesh, Dr. Khalilur Rahman. Tue, 18 Aug 2026 14:56:02 Z9DB3C6A4-A172-4509-8003-76A84C331871https://qna.org.qa/en/News-Area/News/2026-8/18/minister-of-finance-meets-foreign-minister-of-bangladesh-finance-minister-of-grenadaDoha, August 18 (QNA) - HE Minister of Finance Ali bin Ahmed Al Kuwari met separately on Tuesday with HE Minister of Foreign Affairs of the People's Republic of Bangladesh and President-elect of the 81st Session of the United Nations General Assembly Dr Khalilur RahmanTue, 18 Aug 2026 14:12:45 Z566995A0-F5EE-499E-A0B0-0F761CD09DF4https://qna.org.qa/en/News-Area/News/2026-8/18/qse-index-opens-higherDoha, August 18 (QNA) - Qatar Stock Exchange (QSE) general index gained by 7.54 points, or 0.08%, at the start of Tuesday's trading, reaching 9,899 points, supported by five sectors. Tue, 18 Aug 2026 11:09:10 Z98339193-08AB-47DC-AE4B-B727273F2C4Chttps://qna.org.qa/en/News-Area/News/2026-8/17/qse-index-closes-lowerDoha, August 17 (QNA) - The Qatar Stock Exchange (QSE) index closed Monday's trading session lower by 152.94 points, or 1.52 percent, reaching 9,892.24 points.Mon, 17 Aug 2026 16:12:40 Z645B285E-0A95-4F88-B5B1-5DF4846885A8https://qna.org.qa/en/News-Area/News/2026-8/17/real-estate-trading-volume-exceeds-qar-18-billion-in-julyDoha, August 17 (QNA) - The volume of real estate trading in sale contracts registered with the Real Estate Registration Department at the Ministry of Justice in July 2026 amounted to QAR 1,859,383,090.Mon, 17 Aug 2026 14:26:38 Z71080276-2B2A-4D5C-91D3-F89C3A09EB07https://qna.org.qa/en/News-Area/News/2026-8/17/qatar-diamond-exchange-signs-strategic-mous-with-bourses-in-singapore-shanghai-and-tokyoDoha, August 17 (QNA) - The Qatar Diamond Exchange (QDE) has signed Memoranda of Understanding (MoUs) with the Diamond Exchange of Singapore, the Shanghai Diamond Exchange and the Tokyo Diamond Exchange during the 41st World Diamond Congress in Singapore.Mon, 17 Aug 2026 13:38:08 ZCE1F1BB0-F73C-4022-85DF-29E104ADFBB5https://qna.org.qa/en/News-Area/News/2026-8/17/qse-index-opens-lowerDoha, August 17 (QNA) - Qatar Stock Exchange (QSE) general index decreased by 55.93 points, or 0.56%, at the start of Monday's trading, reaching 9989 points, under pressure from most sectors.Mon, 17 Aug 2026 11:02:13 Z4253FB79-7286-4911-B124-59363A3308BAhttps://qna.org.qa/en/News-Area/News/2026-8/16/qse-index-closes-higherDoha, August 16 (QNA) - The Qatar Stock Exchange (QSE) index closed Sunday's trading session higher by 24.34 points, or 0.24 percent, reaching 10,045.18 points.Sun, 16 Aug 2026 16:39:36 Z7F74D64F-7526-4B6B-8994-A588C51BF189https://qna.org.qa/en/News-Area/News/2026-8/16/qse-index-opens-lowerDoha, August 16 (QNA) - Qatar Stock Exchange (QSE) general index decreased by 11.78 points, or 0.12%, at the start of Sunday's trading, reaching 10,009.06 points, under pressure from four sectors.Sun, 16 Aug 2026 11:05:42 Z4A9C0217-B205-4F63-9CDA-BD2903953E26https://qna.org.qa/en/News-Area/News/2026-8/15/qatar-post-launches-money-transfer-service-to-india-in-partnership-with-india-post-universal-postal-unionDoha, August 15 (QNA) - Qatar Post has launched a new remittance service between the State of Qatar and the Republic of India, in cooperation with India Post and the Universal Postal Union (UPU), coinciding with the Republic of India's Independence Day celebrations, which fall on August 15th of each year.Sat, 15 Aug 2026 15:51:12 Z